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 Date:2/13/2007 AHMA |
| News Release AHMAs Hardlines Technology Forum® garners industry support The effect of technology is reaching across industries as leading organizations from multiple product categories and resources step up their support for the American Hardware Manufacturers Associations annual Hardlines Technology Forum® (HTF®). For the last 15 years, AHMAs Hardlines Technology Forum® has been the premier technology conference for the hardware/home improvement industry, said Timothy S. Farrell, president and chief executive officer of AHMA, based in Schaumburg, Ill. But, over the past several years, industry lines have blurred as manufacturers, distributors, and retailers alike have crossed into new product channels to expand their market share. With such diversity comes additional complexity to manage and support multiple customer requirements. The strength of HTF® is its ability to bring together all of the players from the various product categories and channels to determine the best practices and standards on a unified platform to successfully respond to the demands of todays supply chain. To date, 11 leading organizations are lending their support to HTF®, including the International Housewares Association (IHA), the Plumbing Manufacturers Institute (PMI), the Home Center Institute (HCI), and the Industrial Supply Association (ISA). As the only technology conference that promotes and encourages collaboration and participation to resolve industry issues, HTF® provides a unique opportunity that is unparalleled in any industry. Buyers and Sellers openly and actively address technology challenges and the impact they have on their businesses. |
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